Arizona is a southwestern US state renowned for its dramatic desert landscapes, ancient Native American cultures, and iconic natural wonders. Home to the Grand Canyon, one of the world's most visited natural sites, Arizona offers visitors a stunning contrast of red rock formations in Sedona, towering saguaro cacti in the Sonoran Desert, forested mountains around Flagstaff, and the otherworldly mesas of Monument Valley.
Best souvenirs
Authentic items worth bringing home.
Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Handcrafted silver and turquoise jewelry made by Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni artisans. Some of the finest indigenous jewelry in the world. Prices range from $20 for simple pieces to $5,000+ for master artisan works.
Price: $20-5,000+
Where: Old Town Scottsdale galleries, Heard Museum shop, Navajo Nation trading posts, Hubbell Trading Post
Kachina (Katsina) Dolls
Carved wooden figures representing Hopi and Zuni spirit beings, ranging from simple tourist models to museum-quality collector pieces. Authentic Hopi kachinas are carved from cottonwood root.
Price: $30-3,000+
Where: Heard Museum, Old Town Scottsdale galleries, Hopi Cultural Center (Second Mesa)
Arizona Hot Sauce
Local hot sauces using Sonoran chilies, prickly pear, and Arizona-grown peppers. Arizona Gunslinger, Crazy Coyote, and Melinda's Arizona varieties are popular.
Price: $5-15
Where: Total Wine, World Market, specialty food stores, Grand Canyon gift shops
Prickly Pear Products
Jams, jellies, candy, syrup, and cosmetics made from the prickly pear cactus fruit. The brilliant magenta color and sweet flavor are uniquely Arizonan.
Price: $8-25
Where: Whole Foods, farmers markets, Heard Museum gift shop, tourist shops statewide
Arizona-made Pottery
Handmade pottery from Southwestern traditions including Acoma, Mata Ortiz, and contemporary Arizona ceramicists. The geometric patterns and earth tones reflect the desert landscape.
Price: $15-500+
Where: Tlaquepaque Arts Village (Sedona), Old Town Scottsdale, Heard Museum shop
Cowboy Hat and Western Wear
Arizona's Western heritage means genuine high-quality cowboy hats, boots, and western wear are widely available — not just novelty items.
Price: $30 (basic) to $500+ (custom felt hats)
Where: Arizona Ranch Hand (Phoenix), Sheplers Western Wear, Custom cowboy hat shops in Wickenburg and Cave Creek
Arizona Wine
Arizona is an emerging wine region with particularly strong production in Verde Valley (Cottonwood/Jerome area) and Sonoita-Elgin. Bring home bottles from Pillsbury Wine, Caduceus Cellars (Maynard James Keenan's winery), and Dos Cabezas.
Price: $15-60 per bottle
Where: Pillsbury Wine Company (Cornville), Caduceus Cellars (Jerome), Total Wine (statewide)
Traditional markets
Where locals shop and travellers find treasures.
Phoenix Public Market
Downtown Phoenix's main farmers market featuring local produce, Arizona-made food products, artisan goods, and food trucks with Sonoran hot dogs and street food.
Where: Phoenix
Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market
One of Arizona's best farmers markets featuring premium local produce, artisan cheeses, specialty foods, flowers, and prepared foods from local chefs.
Where: Scottsdale
Tucson Farmers Market at Rillito Park
Tucson's largest farmers market featuring local organic produce, Sonoran food specialties, artisan goods, and live music in a riverfront park setting.
Where: Tucson
Mesa Market Place Swap Meet
The largest outdoor marketplace in Arizona with hundreds of vendors selling everything from produce and food to vintage goods, tools, jewelry, and Western wear.
Where: Mesa
Heard Museum Shop
One of the finest sources for authentic Native American arts and crafts in the US, with certified works from Navajo, Hopi, Zuni, and other Native artists.
Where: Phoenix
Shopping districts
Neighbourhoods known for retail.
Old Town Scottsdale Art Galleries
Old Town Scottsdale is one of America's premier gallery districts with over 80 galleries showcasing Western art, Native American art, contemporary works, and sculpture. Thursday evening ArtWalk (7-9pm) is free and enormously popular.
Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village
A stunning recreation of a Mexican colonial village in Sedona, Tlaquepaque ('T-lockey-pocky' locally) houses 55 galleries and shops in covered patios and plazas adorned with bougainvillea. The best place in Arizona for artisan crafts, pottery, jewelry, and Southwestern decor.
Bisbee Galleries and Boutiques
Bisbee's Main Street and Brewery Gulch are lined with eclectic galleries, vintage shops, and boutiques that reflect the town's artistic community. The historic setting adds charm to the shopping experience.
4th Avenue, Tucson
Tucson's most vibrant commercial street features independent boutiques, vintage clothing stores, bookshops, and head shops alongside restaurants and bars. The semi-annual 4th Avenue Street Fair (spring and winter) draws 300,000 visitors.
Jerome Art Galleries
Jerome's hillside town is packed with working artists, galleries, and studios featuring fine art, ceramics, and jewelry. The combination of Old West atmosphere and contemporary art creates a unique shopping experience.
Malls & modern shopping
Air-conditioned, international brands, and food courts.
Scottsdale Fashion Square
The largest mall in Arizona and one of the top fashion malls in the US, featuring luxury brands including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Hermès, Bottega Veneta, and Tiffany alongside department stores and 225+ shops.
Kierland Commons
An upscale lifestyle center in North Scottsdale with a mix of national retailers, restaurants, and entertainment in an open-air Mediterranean-inspired setting. Very pleasant outdoor shopping experience.
Desert Ridge Marketplace
A large open-air shopping and entertainment center in North Phoenix with 120 stores, restaurants, and the Regal Cinemas theater complex. Family-friendly with outdoor seating and events.
Park Place Mall
Tucson's main regional mall featuring national retailers and department stores, centrally located near the University of Arizona.
Bargaining tips
Negotiate like a local.
Bargaining is not standard practice in Arizona retail stores or galleries
At swap meets and informal markets (Mesa Swap Meet), gentle negotiation is acceptable for multiple-item purchases
Native American artists may discount significantly for cash purchases and genuine buyers, but don't lowball — their work is valuable
End-of-day at farmers markets sometimes yields discounts on remaining fresh produce
Customs & restrictions
What you can and can't take home.
Import Restrictions: For international visitors: natural objects (rocks, plant material, animal products) cannot be taken across borders. Native American art objects over 100 years old require export documentation under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act.
Tax Free: No tax-free shopping for tourists in the US; Arizona state sales tax is 5.6% + local taxes
Shipping: Most galleries and shops will arrange shipping of large art pieces and fragile items nationally and internationally